The Dallas County Farmers' Market will officially be opened for its 2018 season beginning on Saturday, June 2 through Saturday, November 3. The market will be opened on Tuesday's, Thursday's and Saturday's from 6:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. or until the last vendor sells out. For more information or if you have questions, please contact the market manager at 334-366-4575.

Tuesday Sept. 18 and Wednesday Sept. 19, 2018
Autauga Co. Extension Office. Autaugaville, Alabama.
What is ForestHER? This two-day workshop is an opportunity for women landowners to learn about forest management topics that are important to them in a relaxed, fun setting. Learn how to read maps and deeds, measure your forest trees, and market timber and non-timber forest products. This workshop is very "hands-on" with demonstrations, field tours, and opportunities to practice new skills.
Where? 2226 AL-14, Autaugaville, AL
When? 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tues., Sept. 18 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Wed., Sept. 19
Who can attend? This program is especially for women who love nature and learning about the natural world. You don't have to own a lot of land. If you have just a few acres, this workshop is for you, too!
What is the cost? The $65/person fee includes a workbook to keep; breaks, lunch, and dinner on day one; breaks and lunch on day two. Seating is limited, so preregistration is required.
To register online https://tinyurl.com/forestherSep2018
Dr. Becky Barlow, Phone: 334.844.1019 Email: becky.barlow@auburn.edu
Directions from Montgomery, AL: Exit I-65 at the Holiday Inn. Turn west toward Prattville. Travel down Cobbs Ford Road (the main street) to Highway 14 W. Turn left on Highway 14 and travel approximately 12 miles to Autaugaville.
Agricultural Center Building is located on the right just beyond the town limit sign, directly across from Crystal Lake Manufacturing. Extension Office is located in Agricultural Center Building

Fire Ant Management can be a confusing endeavor with all products on the market. Save time and money by learning about the biology of these insects. Management will make more sense. You will be able to make better decisions.

This evening program will provide dinner and valuable information on the proper management and stewardship of soils, livestock forage/pasture, and wildlife plantings for this coming fall/winter season. Join us to learn about testing, liming, and fertilizing soils, what preparations, varieties, and timing you should consider for your livestock forages and pastures, as well as overview what/how to plant to get the most attraction and nutrition for your cold weather hunting season deer plots. There is no fee for the program but please pre-register by calling the Cherokee Co. Extension office at 256-927-3250

Interested in improving your photography skills? Then join us for an amateur outdoor photography course with 6 unique classes. Knowledge and use of a DSLR camera, tripod, multiple lens, and off-camera flash is recommended. This is NOT a beginner course. There will be homework assignments each week. Cost of the course is $50. Class location will be in Alexander City on Tuesday evenings from 6 - 8 p.m. Instructors will be Kenneth Boone and Fletcher Scott. Hosted by the Tallapoosa County Extension office.
Classes are: Sept.18 - Basic Photography; Sept. 25 - Wildlife Photography; Oct. 2 - Macro Photography; Oct. 16 - Water Photography; Oct. 30 - Low Light Photography; Nov. 13 - Landscape Photography.
Registration is required! To participate or for more information, contact the Tallapoosa County Extension Office at 256-825-1050.